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Iran has preserved its missile and drone capacity despite months of US and Israeli airstrikes and remains capable of replenishing its weapons arsenal, Bloomberg reported Friday, citing Western officials familiar with intelligence assessments.

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the United States that it would suffer the fate of ancient Persia's defeated enemies, responding to Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech in Athens invoking the Persian invasions of ancient Greece. "Throughout history we Iranians have faced those who declared themselves masters of the universe and sought to erase ancient civilizations," Ghalibaf wrote on X on Friday. "They came in fire and flame, only to depart in dust and shame. Those who chase Alexander's legacy will share Valerian's fate: you will kneel."

Trump: I have just concluded a highly successful discussion with President Putin, of Russia, wherein it was agreed that Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel to the American and Global Marketplace, another 500,000 Tons during the month of November, and 1,000,000 Tons immediately thereafter. Additionally, based on the condition of their Diesel Refineries, Russia will then deliver, within a short period of time, 3,000,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel. Between our TOTAL CONTROL of the Strait of Hormuz, and this great announcement on Russian Energy, Diesel Prices for Americans and, indeed, the World, will be COMING DOWN, IN RECORD NUMBERS, AND FAST. Lower prices for Americans, especially our Great Farmers, Ranchers, and Truckers, is my Greatest Priority. This is a very big and important announcement. Additionally, it must be understood, that Iran will not have a Nuclear Weapon

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy: Our confrontation with ships will not be limited to violations in the Strait of Hormuz, but we will also sanction vessels passing through unauthorized waterways.

Multiple vessels have been hit and crude leaks all over. Today's optical image. Details soon

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy: Major fire erupts in ship engine room after targeting in the southern lane of the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy official: We are exerting full control over the Strait of Hormuz to protect the interests of our people.

The Pentagon has drawn up plans for an intense, three-day military campaign against Iran targeting missile and drone arsenals, energy facilities and IRGC sites, the NYT reports. Trump has yet to approve the strikes and says he will not attack before the U.S. midterms

The U.S. State Department has issued an alert to Americans currently in the Middle East, urging them to "exercise heightened vigilance due to the complex security environment." The State Department added: "The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly

The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem has issued a security alert urging Americans across the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance, warning of possible flight disruptions and rapidly escalating Saudi-Houthi hostilities

Iranian President: Iran will not abandon the negotiating table

Footage captured the moment a bomb-laden drone crashes into (what appears to be) civilian populated areas in Topzawa, south of Erbil

Drones raid targeted offices of Iranian Kurdish opposition parties in Erbil

Putin: “We know that Iran is making genuine efforts to end the conflict, which broke out through no fault of its own. For our part, we are ready to do everything we can to help resolve the conflict.”

Putin met with Iranian President Pezeshkian

Mojtaba Khamenei, stated: "The American-Israeli's focus and insistence on striking at all levels of the Faraj (Rescue) forces, from the highest to the lowest, has revealed the importance of this institution more than ever before. However, this desperate effort and these unprecedented, malicious attacks on the pillars of the system and social security have not deterred the valiant Faraj forces from carrying out their mission in the slightest. On the contrary, they have continued, even in the streets and in vehicles, to perform the same roles and duties they have been performing in their positions and headquarters."

The United ‌States ​on ​Thursday imposed ⁠fresh ​Iran-related ​sanctions, targeting dozens ​of ​people, entities ‌and ⁠vessels, according ​to ​the ⁠Treasury ​Department ​website

Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir was reportedly told by U.S. counterparts two days ago that the White House and Pentagon had issued directives ahead of a possible large-scale U.S. attack on Iran in the coming weeks. Zamir warned that renewed war could delay Israel's upcoming elections

Trump on Truth Social: We are having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran. I want to make it clear to everybody that, while Iran is in very bad condition, both Economically and Militarily, and while the Blockade will remain in full force and effect, with Oil flowing in Record Numbers of Barrels through the Hormuz Strait (22 Million Barrels, last night alone, with not one barrel coming from, or going to, Iran.), we will not be attacking Iran at any time prior to the Midterm Elections to be held in the United States on November 3rd. IRAN WILL NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON

Trump: We will not launch an attack on Iran before the US midterm elections, scheduled for November 3.

A member of the Iranian police was killed as a result of a terrorist attack in the city of Zahedan.

Trump: Witkoff working to reach agreement with Iran, making significant progress

The Pentagon has instructed CENTCOM to conclude preparations to resume major combat operations in Iran, U.S. officials said. -Axios Attacks would be expected to include massive bombing of Iranian energy, infrastructure and nuclear targets

UKMTO has received a report of an incident 51NM north of Madinat ash Shamal, Qatar. A tanker has reported being struck by multiple projectiles. Casualties have been reported. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO

The Atlantic: US officials: Options for attacks on Iranian targets can be implemented before mid-term elections

The White House has asked the Pentagon to develop options for new U.S. strikes on Iran before the November 3 midterms, though no final decision has been made. Officials said Trump wants to show progress in the war and help bring down gas prices before the election. More extensive military action is also being considered for after the midterms. Source: The Atlantic

Hearing explosions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Yemeni Air Force targets the headquarters of the Central Ballistic Missile Systems Command in the outskirts of the capital Sana'a, killing 11 officers, including several Iranians

Trump on Iran: Their whole country is wiped out

Trump: Iran is in a difficult position and will never possess nuclear weapons